Anne Valk | Akateeminen Kirjakauppa

A new album of Rameau from Finnish accordionist Janne Valkeajoki presents a harmonious fusion of baroque brilliance and modern innovation. Renowned for his unparalleled contributions to Baroque opera, Jean-Philippe Rameau stands as one of the era's most important composers. The brilliance of his compositions is now reimagined through a more modern lens on this new album from Finnish accordionist Janne Valkeajoki.

Through a unique and innovative approach, Rameau's meticulously crafted movements find new life with the accordion—an instrument that adds a fresh, vibrant layer to the music, bringing Rameau's innovative spirit into the contemporary realm and highlighting the accordion's versatility as both a singing and an orchestral instrument.

This new album comprises two suites, each movement creating a unique atmosphere of its own. In an era where full suites are less commonly heard than individual movements, the album offers a rare opportunity to experience Rameau's work in its entirety, as he originally intended.

1. Suite in D Major: Les Tendres Plaintes - Rondeau (RCT 3)
2. Suite in D Major: Les Niais de Sologne et Doubles des Niais (RCT 3)
3. Suite in D Major: Les Soupirs (RCT 3)
4. Suite in D Major: La Joyeuse - Rondeau (RCT 3)
5. Suite in D Major: La Follette - Rondeau (RCT 3)
6. Suite in D Major: L’Entretien des Muses (RCT 3)
7. Suite in D Major: Les Tourbillons - Rondeau (RCT 3)
8. Suite in D Major: Le Lardon - Menuet (RCT 3)
9. Suite in D Major: La Boiteuse (RCT 3)
10. Air de Télaïre: Tristes apprêts (Castor et Pollux, RCT 32)
11. Suite in A Minor: Allemande (RCT 5)
12. Suite in A Minor: Courante (RCT 5)
13. Suite in A Minor: Sarabande (RCT 5)
14. Suite in A Minor: Les Trois Mains (RCT 5)
15. Suite in A Minor: Fanfarinette (RCT 5)
16. Suite in A Minor: La Triomphante (RCT 5)
17. Suite in A Minor: Gavotte et six Doubles (RCT 5)